Anthurium 'Napo' Ø8cm

Anthurium 'Napo' is a sought-after anthurium species from the Araceae family, native to the tropical forests of Napo province in Ecuador, remarkable for its velvety deep dark-green leaves with prominent silvery veins and a fascinating texture. A truly special piece for any plant lover, it impresses with its sophisticated appearance and compact habit, perfect for indoor spaces with diffuse light. Growth and development Anthurium 'Napo' has a moderate growth rate, producing new leaves at intervals of several weeks during the active season. The habit is compact, upright, with leaves arranged in a rosette. At maturity it can reach 40-60 cm in height. As an epiphyte in nature, it develops visible aerial roots emerging from the stem - these should not be cut, as they are a natural part of the plant. The plant adapts well to pot culture with an airy, well-drained substrate. It is more tolerant than many rare anthuriums but still requires attention to humidity and temperature. Light: Bright, indirect light. Tolerates medium intensity. Avoid direct sun which can burn the velvety leaves. East or north-facing window ideal. Temperature: 18-26°C optimal. Not below 15°C. Sensitive to cold draughts. Slightly lower night temperatures (16-18°C) are beneficial. Watering: Slightly moist substrate, never waterlogged. Between waterings, let top 2-3 cm dry. Filtered room-temperature water. Aerial roots appreciate misting. Humidity: Above 60%, ideally 70-80%. Strong humidifier recommended. Velvet anthuriums visibly suffer in humidity below 50%. Substrate: Very airy: pine bark (40%) + perlite (25%) + sphagnum moss (20%) + horticultural charcoal (15%). Substrate should mimic the natural epiphytic environment. Fertilisation: Balanced liquid fertiliser diluted to quarter strength, every 2 weeks during active season. Anthuriums are sensitive to over-fertilisation. Propagation: By division at repotting or stem cuttings with aerial nodes. Spring is the optimal period. Specifications Pot diameter: 8 cm Total height (incl. pot): 25 cm Flowering stage: No flowers